Finance

Austria sanctions Bitpanda, first penalty under MiCA
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21 August, 2026

Austria sanctions Bitpanda, first penalty under MiCA

Bitpanda is facing a €70,000 fine over MiCA violations, marking the first penalty under the EU's digital currency regulation framework.
Mobile payments up in UK but debit cards remain king—for now
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20 August, 2026

Mobile payments up in UK but debit cards remain king—for now

Debit cards remain the U.K.’s most-used payment method as remote banking and contactless services continue to gain popularity, according to...
Fiji’s Bank of South Pacific brings e-wallet to broader audience
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19 August, 2026

Fiji’s Bank of South Pacific brings e-wallet to broader audience

Fiji is modernizing financial services as BSP launches its eDollar app, boosting digital payments and financial inclusion through easy QR...
Hong Kong, Japan lead APAC blockchain payments push
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18 August, 2026

Hong Kong, Japan lead APAC blockchain payments push

Blockchain is gaining attention in Asia Pacific cross-border payments, with 26% of regional news coverage focusing on CBDCs, stablecoins, and...
Lebanon secures $150M for digitalization as India eyes UPI fees
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18 August, 2026

Lebanon secures $150M for digitalization as India eyes UPI fees

Lebanon secures $150 million from the World Bank for digital transformation, while India paves the way for merchant fees on...
Nigeria’s central bank opens regulatory sandbox for digital assets
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17 August, 2026

Nigeria’s central bank opens regulatory sandbox for digital assets

Nigeria's CBN launches its Regulatory Sandbox Programme, supporting innovation in digital assets and financial services while ensuring consumer protection.